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NHTSARecalled Apr 27, 2016 · #16V248000

Unexpected Transmission Downshift

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Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford F-150 trucks, 2012 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and Ford Mustang vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with an automatic transmission that may unexpectedly downshift to first gear, regardless of vehicle speed. An unexpected downshift into first gear can cause the vehicle to slow down suddenly without warning and the rear tires may slide or lock, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
  • Unexpected Transmission Downshift
  • 2011-2012 Ford F-150
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Model numbers
2012 Ford
UPCs

What you should do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module with updated software, free of charge. The recall began on September 19, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S19.

View the official CPSC notice